Celebrate Summer, Cooking Channel-Style

By:
Cooking Channel
Some of our stars share what they love most about the summer season. Their answers will inspire you -- and make you laugh.
Next Up
Summer Entertaining Week on Cooking Channel
Get inspiration this week on Cooking Channel for warm-weather entertaining, and pull together a seasonal menu for your next backyard barbecue or potluck.
Full Episodes of Cooking Channel Shows Online Will Help You Plan the Perfect Summer Party
Stream full summer-themed episodes of Cooking Channel shows like Kelsey's Essentials, Extra Virgin, Everyday Italian and more.
Summer Fest: Savory Watermelon Recipes
While simply slicing up your melon and eating it straight from the rind is one of the staple desserts of summer, watermelon is a great option for savory recipes as well.
5 Peachy-Keen Savory Summer Dishes
Get savory peach recipes for summer grilling and side dishes like salads, chicken, pork and more on Cooking Channel.
6 Dutch Oven and Slow Cooker Meals for Summer
It may seem foolish to break out these heavy-duty pots that normally turn out hearty, cold-weather meals, but there really is no better time to put these pots to use for an easy-to-prep, summery spread.
Summer Preview: Haylie's America, Sugar Showdown Season 2 and More
Find out what new shows are premiering on Cooking Channel with our summer TV preview, including a new Haylie Duff show, Big Bad BBQ Brawl and more.
Summer Fest: A Perfect Pairing of Figs and Pizza Dough
Figs are only in season for a few short weeks at the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Their sweetness is great solo or in a dessert, but it is also amazing when paired with savory ingredients like pizza dough.
Stick to Your Ribs with 5 Recipes for Any Summer Occasion
Barbecue ribs recipes for backyard grilling, Asian take out at home or summer parties.
Last Call! 6 Ways to Devour Fresh Summer Produce Before Labor Day
Get recipes to use up summer produce like stone fruits, watermelon, tomatoes, zucchini, green beans and corn on the cob.